1967 Suzuki Fronte vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 992 kg more than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (38 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Suzuki Fronte | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Suzuki | Kia |
| Model | Fronte | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1970 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
